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Bloomfield College

Bloomfield, NJ 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate84%

Bloomfield College Admissions

It is moderately difficult to get into Bloomfield College. The college admitted 84% of all applicants in 2021. Out of 2,737 applications received in 2023, 2,300 students were offered admission.

If you are applying to Bloomfield College, the regular decision application deadline is August 1 and the application fee is $40.

Students who submit their applications to Bloomfield College for the fall semester should hear back from Bloomfield College by October 1.

Bloomfield College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Bloomfield College's admissions stats.

Bloomfield College 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 2.7
Mean SAT Score 408
Admissions Test Policy Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 10.83%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 0.04%
Waitlist No

Bloomfield College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Bloomfield College.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action Yes December 1 December 24
Regular Decision Yes 8 1 October 1

Want to Apply Early to Bloomfield College?


Bloomfield College does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 1. Bloomfield College will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 24.

Bloomfield College accepts approximately 94% of early action applicants and 84% all applicants for all deadlines. In 2022, Bloomfield College admitted 442 of the 468 who applied early action.

Some students apply early to college in hopes that it will boost their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of being admitted, since it shows your interest in a school.

➡️ See a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on Bloomfield College Admissions


Transferring to Bloomfield College

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Bloomfield College

Bloomfield College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Bloomfield College Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Bloomfield College

What does Bloomfield College consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Extracurricular Activities Important
First Generation Important
Alumni/ae Relations Considered
Character/Personal Qualities Considered
Class Rank Considered
Application Essay Considered
Geographical Residence Considered
Interview Considered
Recommendation(s) Considered
Standardized Test Scores Considered
State Residency Considered
Talent/Ability Considered
Volunteer Work Considered
Work Experience Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest Considered

Make sure to check with Bloomfield College for more information on admission factors.

Bloomfield College Application Requirements

To apply to Bloomfield College, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Bloomfield College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)
Interview
Other Requirements graded essay/term paper or personal essay
Letter(s) of Recommendation
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Bloomfield College?

Students admitted to Bloomfield College have an average unweighted GPA of 2.7.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Bloomfield College has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 10.83% of Bloomfield College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 0.04% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be competitive with other Bloomfield College applicants, you should strive to earn between 0 and 0 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Bloomfield College 25% of admitted students scored higher than 0 and 25% of scored lower than 0, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Bloomfield College student is 408.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Bloomfield College students scored 532 or higher and 75% of students scored 427 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Bloomfield College students scored 532 or higher, and 75% scored a 427 or higher.

More Information on Transferring to Bloomfield College

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Bloomfield College.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.Applicants should hear back by October 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Bloomfield College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


Bloomfield College Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Bloomfield College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Bloomfield College.

Does Bloomfield College accept transfer credits?

✅ Bloomfield College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Bloomfield College accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

Does Bloomfield College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Bloomfield College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Bloomfield College?

❌ No, Bloomfield College is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Bloomfield College's acceptance rate?

✅ Bloomfield College has an acceptance rate of 84%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Bloomfield College?

❌ Bloomfield College does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at Bloomfield College?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at Bloomfield College was 94% in 2021.

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Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

84%

How hard is it to get into Bloomfield College? Bloomfield College is a somewhat selective institution. The Bloomfield College acceptance rate is 84%. This means that the institution accepts 84 out of every 100 applicants.

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Bloomfield College Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Aug 1

Transfer Applications are Due

Aug 1

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Bloomfield College is Aug 1.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Bloomfield College is Aug 1.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Bloomfield College SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

Not available

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Math SAT Range

390 - 532

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Reading SAT Range

427 - 532

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

0 and Above

Good

0 to 0

Avg

0 and Less

Low

Bloomfield College GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

2.69

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Bloomfield College, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 2.69. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

1,300

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

84%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$30,680

Out-of-State

$30,680

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 1
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